Finance Manager

Generis; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Generis, a rapidly growing company in Toronto, is seeking a Finance Manager who will play a vital role in building the finance function and managing the accounting and tax processes. This role offers work-from-home flexibility and presents an opportunity for career progression into leadership within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate possesses a university degree and a CPA designation, along with experience in full cycle accounting and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Base salary + bonus structure

Health benefits after 3-months

Paid time off of 15 days plus holiday break

Tailored training and mentorship program

Monthly company-wide town hall meeting

Qualifications

• At least one year of post-CPA qualification experience.
• Knowledge of full cycle accounting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all North America Sales and Accounting Records.
• Preparation of Monthly Management Report and Prepare Monthly P&L.
• Lead preparation of the Annual Budget for North America.

Skills

Organization

Attention to Detail

Communication

Self-motivation

Integrity

Education

University Degree

Post-graduate accounting designation (CPA Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Google Drive

Quickbooks

Salesforce

Job description

• This role is an in office position with work-from-home flexibility up to 7x a month
• Working in office full-time is mandatory for the first six weeks in the role

Our Company has grown significantly over the last twenty-four months, and as a result, we are looking to fill a newly created role for a Finance Manager. This is an excellent role for a self-starter looking for exposure to Accounting, Finance and Tax work and who is willing to grow with our organization. This is the perfect role for someone looking to work with a growing company to build the finance function, and, as the business grows, grow into a Director and supervise a team of finance professionals.

Skills and Qualifications :

• University Degree and Post-graduate accounting designation (CPA Preferred)
• At least one year of post-CPA qualification experience.
• Knowledge of full cycle accounting
• Extremely organized, strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; professional and courteous in email or on the phone. Comfortable interacting with senior executives.
• An understanding of payment processing methods (international wire transfers, credit card processing, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of banking (e.g. issuing wire instructions)
• Excellent aptitude with Microsoft Word & Excel, Google Drive, Quickbooks, Salesforce.
• Self-motivated, ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• High level of integrity, ability to maintain client confidentiality.

Responsibilities : Reporting (30%)

• Accountable for all North America Sales and Accounting Records
• Preparation of Monthly Management Report
• Prepare Monthly P&L
• Prepare Quarterly Cash Flow Forecast & Actuals update
• Ensure accuracy of Weekly Sales Reports
• Lead preparation of the Annual Budget for North America
• Assist with the preparation of Canadian and US corporate Tax returns, and quarterly HST returns

Finance Technology (20%)

• Work with Finance Director and IT department on enhancing the IT infrastructure of the department, including the following projects :
• Improving company-wide utilization of Salesforce
• Integration of Salesforce with Finance
• Implementation of a commissions system
• Streamlining and improving Datarails use in the Finance Department
• Oversee and manage Accounts Receivables.
• Provide guidance and strategy to the finance team in dealing with bad debts.
• Ensure that provisions remain below 3%, and work with Sales to manage complex clients.
• Ensure all Sales and contracts are negotiated within policies defined by the Board.
• Oversee all technology related to invoicing and continuously look for improvements to the technology and process.

Operations Finance (20%)

• Review all major procurement contracts to ensure favourable commercial terms, and comparative analysis relative to previous contracts. Step in to negotiate with vendors when required in coordination with Operations.
• Work with Operations to prepare, review and manage Event budgets

Payroll (15%)

• Prepare semi-monthly payroll
• Prepare monthly Commission Statements for Business Development Executives
• Take ownership for all payroll / HR related documents (eg – Promotion Letters, Contracts, etc)
• Lead the annual benefits review and procurement process
• Oversee management of time off and attendance

Accounts Payable (5%)

• Track all payables and assist in ensuring vendors are paid in a timely manner.

The Package : Benefits & Bonuses

• Base salary + bonus structure
• Top performers will fast-track their career progression into Leadership opportunities
• Incentives and opportunity for travel
• Health benefits after 3-months of employment + extended mental health and lifestyle tools and support hub
• Tailored training and mentorship program
• Monthly company-wide town hall meeting with announcements, awards and social festivities
• 15 paid days off a year+ paid end-of-year holiday break

Reporting : This position reports to the Finance Director.

Working hours : 8.30 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m., Monday to Thursday, and 8.30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. on Friday, with a lunch break for one hour between 12 : 30 p.m. and 1 : 30 p.m.